Town Meetings & Events

Time:

4:30pm - 7:30pm

Location:

153 Spruce Street

Description:

The Spruce Street Farmers Market will run Wednesdays, 6/1-8/31, 4:30-7:30 on Market Field, 153 Spruce Street. The Northwest Park Farmers Market will run Wednesdays, 9/7- 10/26, 4:30-7:30 at Northwest park, 448 Tolland Turnpike. Both markets feature Connecticut farms, prepared food vendors, and artisans. Both accept SNAP/EBT and double the value of SNAP purchases. Spend $10.00 using your EBT card, receive an additional $10.00 to spend on fresh produce. New for 2022: POP (Power of Produce) Kids' Club. Each child will receive a free $2.00 POP Bucks coupon weekly to be redeemed for fresh produce. Please contact Cynde at cacanto@manchesterct.gov with questions.

Time:

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Location:

Mary Cheney Library 586 Main St.

Description:

Middle School Nights
Each Wednesday in June 2022
6 to 8 PM
Grades 6 to 8
Manchester Public Library
Drop into our middle school nights to play a variety of computer and video games with other middle schoolers!

Time:

6:30pm

Location:

Eastside Neighborhood Resource Center, 153 Spruce St.

Description:

We welcome new members to join our current members to learn about their respective neighborhoods in town. Contact Sgt. Richard Monge, Community Relations, 860-645-5500, monger@manchesterct.gov.

Everyone is welcome. This is an opportunity to meet with your neighbors and our local police area representatives regarding any issues concerning the neighborhood. Our PAR officers also share updated information each month. We meet the first Wednesday of each month except for August when we celebrate National Night Out with our Annual Ice Cream Social which is held on the first Tuesday in August. We hope you will consider joining us.

Time:

7:30am

Location:

Lincoln Center hearing Room 494 Main St.

Description:

REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY – SPECIAL MEETING
LINCOLN CENTER HEARING ROOM
494 MAIN STREET
THURSDAY JUNE 2, 2022
7:30 A.M.
AGENDA

1. Approval of Minutes – May 19, 2022
2. Executive Session to Discuss Potential Real Estate Transactions

Time:

9:00am - 6:30pm

Location:

North United Methodist Church, 300 Parker Street, Manchester

Description:

Your donation is needed now to help prevent a shortage.

For more info and to schedule your appointment, call 1-800-RED CROSS or visit us online to find drives in nearby towns on Red Cross website.

Time:

10:00am

Location:

623 Main Street, corner Main St & Pearl St, Manchester

Description:

The Town of Manchester will conduct a fire flow/hydraulic capacity tests, at 623 Main Street, corner Main St & Pearl St Manchester, CT to determine the effects upon the water distribution system. This test will take place on Thursday June 2nd starting at 10AM. The hydrant flow test may result in reduced pressure and/or discoloration of the water in the area of 623 Main Street, corner Main St & Pearl St, Manchester, CT. If water appears discolored, the homeowner should try to avoid using it until it clears. This will prevent rust and sediment from being brought into the home’s system.

If sediment does get into a home’s hot water tank, the homeowner should wait until the water clears and then open the faucet at the bottom of the tank to drain the collected material, which will settle at the bottom.

Also, if a load of wash is done during the period of discolored water, the load should be kept wet and done again after the water clears. Four ounces of cream of tartar should be added to help clean any discoloration of the clothing.

It normally takes a few hours for the water to clear in a home. If water appears discolored for an extended period, the homeowner should call the Water Division at
647-3201.

Time:

11:00am - 4:00pm

Location:

Promenadee Shops @ Evergreen Walk215 Evergreen Way, Suite 215

Description:

Your donation is needed now to help prevent a shortage.

For more info and to schedule your appointment, call 1-800-RED CROSS or visit us online to find drives in nearby towns on Red Cross website.

Time:

2:00pm

Location:

Mary Cheney Library 586 Main St.

Description:

Walking Book Club Thursday June 2nd, 2022
Our June selection is: The Brilliant Life of Eudora Honeysett, by Annie Lyons.
Program starts promptly at 2PM in the Mary Cheney Library Lobby. Attendees will take a two mile walk to and from the library, making stops for discussion. We will walk rain or shine, but in extreme weather, please call the library at: 860-645-0821.
About the book, from www.goodreads.com: It's never too late to start living; a moving and joyous novel about an elderly woman ready to embrace death and the little girl who reminds her what it means to live.

Time:

7:00pm - 8:30pm

Location:

ZOOM

Description:

The New Wineskins Faith Community is pleased to announce its theme and topics for this year’s
Conversations for Racial Healing.
ZOOM meetings will be held Thursdays June 2nd, June 16th, and June 30th. The format for each session includes reflections by a guest speaker, whole group presentations, and small group breakout sessions coordinated by skilled facilitator, Valerie J. Payne.
To register please contact John Ryan at jfryan05@cox.net then look for your personal email invitation.

Time:

7:00pm

Description:

Zoom Family Support Groups are now meeting every first and Thursdays of the month.
*NOTE: The Thursday Family Support Group will be meeting on only the first Thursday in June.*

Family Support groups are open to family and friends of those with lived experience of mental illness; there is no requirement that you be a member of NAMI in order to attend.
For information and a Link to the Family Support Groups, call Tina at 860-906-7385 or email Roberta at rcluby@comcast.net
You can familiarize yourself with Zoom via this link: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/206618765-Zoom-Video-Tutorials
And if you find you still need technical support in getting into the meeting, call Joe at 860-351-7299.

Time:

5:00pm - 8:00pm

Location:

Manchester Youth Service Bureau (63 Linden Street)

Description:

Join us for Manchester Youth Service Bureau’s
5th-6th Grade Social!
Looking for a fun way to spend your Friday night?
Join us for pizza, ice cream, tie dye, DJ, dancing, and games!
Bring your friends and get ready to have some fun!

To Register: Please contact Kellie Gauvin (860) 647-5262 or ksheridan@manchesterct.gov
Registration is required and space is limited!

Time:

7:30pm

Location:

Cheney Hall 177 Hartford Rd.

Description:

OVER THE RIVER AND THROUGH THE WOODS
By Joe DiPietro
May 27th - June 12th
Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30 PM
Sundays at 2:00 PM

Nick Cristano may be living the life of a modern young professional in New York City, but his loving grandparents never let him forget where he belongs: in New Jersey, in the bosom of his tenacious, tender-hearted, loud, loving, and well-fed Italian-American grandparents who lavish all of their affection on their last unmarried grandchild. When Nick announces he is being promoted and moving to Seattle, his grandparents are devastated and quickly concoct a series of hilarious schemes to keep Nick from leaving, including introducing him to the woman of his dreams.
Visit www.cheneyhall.org or call 860-647-9824

Description:

6/4 Hiking & Yoga 4:00-7:00 PM
Pre-registration through the instructor is required. The group will assemble at the bridge at Case Mountain, 640 Spring Street. Contact: Meeyoung Lepore; mdl2001@gmail.com

6/4 Guided Hike of Case Mountain 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
4 miles along the CFPA Blue Blazed trails with views from Lookout Mountain. This hike traverses moderate terrain with average ups
and downs. Appropriate footwear is strongly recommended; leashed dogs are permitted as part of this hike. The group will depart from the Case Pond parking area, 68 Birch Mountain Road. Leader: Patrick Kennedy: KennedysinSW@aol.com

6/4 Selfies with Joe McCluskey 10:00 a.m.
Free walk in the Highland Park area of Manchester to visit the Joe McCluskey sculpture and to take a selfie with Joe The half-mile walk, historic commentary, and photo op will take about one hour. Meet at the bus company parking lot on Glen Road. Town Historian, Susan Barlow, will lead the walk.

6/4 Center Springs Park 1 pm
Kids, families, and adults are invited to the Manchester Land Trust’s 1.25-mile stroll to see the park and its interesting geology, with a side trip to the Trust’s newly acquired 11.57-acre property north of the park. Meet at 39 Lodge Drive.

6/5 Risley Park, Vernon 1 pm
2.5-mile hike. Park at the lot at 366 Lake Street, Vernon for a moderately paced hike on the Manchester Land Trust’s 155.3-acre open space property with a pond, meadow, forest, and miles of trails.

Description:

Town Wide Tag Sale Day
June 4: It's the opening day of Manchester's week long celebrations and it's Manchester Women's Club Annual Town Wide tag sale day. People will be out in droves, why not take advantage and have a tag sale at your home and let Manchester Women's club advertise for you. We're providing a map to tag sale locations all around town. Register your tag sale and let us bring customers to you. $20.00 will get you added to the map and the proceeds benefit our scholarship fund. Rain Date June 5.
manchesterctwomensclub@gmail.com
https://www.manchesterwomensclub.org/

Time:

8:00am - 1:00pm

Location:

Santitation, 311 Olcott Street, Manchester

Description:

Online Appointments are now mandatory for all Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) events. Click the link to schedule your appointment to bring your HHW to our town landfill.
Collection dates for 2022 are: April 2 (FILLED), May 14, June 4, Aug. 27, Sept. 24, Oct. 29 and Nov. 12 from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Manchester regional center for household hazardous waste collection. A fall outreach collection will also be held Oct. 15 in Stafford

This applies to residents of Glastonbury, Hebron, Manchester, Marlborough, Somers, South Windsor, Stafford, and Vernon.

For complete details, call 860-647-3200 option 3 or go to website.
http://sanitation.townofmanchester.org/

Time:

10:00am

Location:

Meets at bus company parking lot, Glen Rd

Description:

The public is invited to a free walk in the Highland Park area of Manchester to visit the Joe McCluskey sculpture and to take a selfie with Joe (or have a Sculpture Committee member take your picture).
The half-mile walk, historic commentary, and photo op will take about one hour. Guests will learn more about the Manchester sculpture project, which honors residents who contributed to the Manchester community and its history. The event is one of the many Connecticut Trails Day events taking place June 4 and 5.
Meet at the bus company parking lot on Glen Road: from the intersection of Spring Street and Glen Road, take a right past the brick mill buildings to the lot. Town Historian, Susan Barlow, will lead the walk, which is in the Case Brothers National Historic District.

Time:

11:00am - 3:00pm

Location:

26 Cedar Street

Description:

For full details on this and other Celebrate Manchester events, visit:
http://prideinmanchester.townofmanchester.org/CelebrateManch2022.pdf
Free

Time:

1:00pm

Description:

For full details on this and other Celebrate Manchester events, visit:
http://prideinmanchester.townofmanchester.org/CelebrateManch2022.pdf

Time:

6:30pm

Description:

For full details on this and other Celebrate Manchester events, visit:
http://prideinmanchester.townofmanchester.org/CelebrateManch2022.pdf

Time:

7:30pm

Location:

Cheney Hall 177 Hartford Rd.

Description:

OVER THE RIVER AND THROUGH THE WOODS
By Joe DiPietro
May 27th - June 12th
Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30 PM
Sundays at 2:00 PM

Nick Cristano may be living the life of a modern young professional in New York City, but his loving grandparents never let him forget where he belongs: in New Jersey, in the bosom of his tenacious, tender-hearted, loud, loving, and well-fed Italian-American grandparents who lavish all of their affection on their last unmarried grandchild. When Nick announces he is being promoted and moving to Seattle, his grandparents are devastated and quickly concoct a series of hilarious schemes to keep Nick from leaving, including introducing him to the woman of his dreams.
Visit www.cheneyhall.org or call 860-647-9824

Time:

7:30pm - 8:30pm

Location:

Lutz Children's Museum 247 South Main St.

Description:

The Lutz Lecture series includes speakers on education, animals and local history. Join us for one talk, one topic, or all nine exciting speakers!

Our gallery will be available for children to play, so no babysitter necessary! Please call in advance if you plan to bring a child!

Register at:
http://lutzmuseum.org/visit/lutz-lectures

For more info call: 860-643-0949

Time:

10:00am - 4:00pm

Location:

Center Memorial Park on 586 Main Street, Manchester

Description:

Downtown Manchester’s Art in the Park is back this
year!! Manchester Art Association artists will have
artwork of all mediums on display and for sale. We
will also have interactive “Manchester-themed”
artwork where you can add your artistic touch to help make a master piece!
Join us for a day filled with fun and art!
To find out more about Manchester Art Association,
please visit our website.

Time:

1:00pm

Location:

Park at the lot at 366 Lake Street, Vernon

Description:

For full details on this and other Celebrate Manchester events, visit:
http://prideinmanchester.townofmanchester.org/CelebrateManch2022.pdf

Time:

2:00pm

Location:

Cheney Hall 177 Hartford Rd.

Description:

OVER THE RIVER AND THROUGH THE WOODS
By Joe DiPietro
May 27th - June 12th
Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30 PM
Sundays at 2:00 PM

Nick Cristano may be living the life of a modern young professional in New York City, but his loving grandparents never let him forget where he belongs: in New Jersey, in the bosom of his tenacious, tender-hearted, loud, loving, and well-fed Italian-American grandparents who lavish all of their affection on their last unmarried grandchild. When Nick announces he is being promoted and moving to Seattle, his grandparents are devastated and quickly concoct a series of hilarious schemes to keep Nick from leaving, including introducing him to the woman of his dreams.
Visit www.cheneyhall.org or call 860-647-9824

Time:

6:30pm - 7:30pm

Description:

African American and Black Affairs Council (AABAC)
Meetings are hosted every 1st Monday and every 3rd Thursday of the month. Virtual meetings are held via Zoom from 6:30 to 7:30 pm. To attend, e-mail aabac04@gmail.com for more information, or find us on Facebook at African American and Black Affairs Council.

Time:

6:30pm

Location:

Mary Cheney Library, 586 Main St., Manchester

Description:

Returning Connecticut DEEP Wildlife Expert Ginny Apple continues her monthly series with more of Connecticut's wildlife and nature. June's focus is on Connecticut's porcupine and opossums.
No registration required for this free, in-person program for adults.

Time:

7:00pm

Description:

The Building Committee meeting will be held via Zoom Conference Call.
Contact is ctill@manchesterct.gov for any members of the public who would like to join.
Email an hour prior to the meeting and provide your name and address requesting access to the meeting.
Agendas and Minutes are posted at https://facilities.townofmanchester.org/

All meetings will be held at 7:00 pm via Zoom until further notice.

Time:

7:00pm

Location:

723 Main Street, (Use Bissell St parking lot entrance)

Description:

Can and Bottle Donations
If you have redeemable cans & bottles that you're looking to move along, but want them to make a difference for someone in need - drop them off to WWLM!
Donation Details: 1st Monday of every month 7-8pm at WWLM Warehouse Loading Dock, 723 Main Street, Manchester (Use Bissell St parking lot entrance.)
Unable to drop off in the evening? Call or email us for a daytime appointment: 860-645-4198 or donationcenter@wwlm.org
(All proceeds from our ongoing Cans/Bottles Fundraiser benefit World-Wide Lighthouse Missions, Inc., feeding outreaches within the local community.)
www.wwlm.org

Time:

7:00pm

Location:

Army Navy Club 1090 Main St.

Description:

Manchester Veterans Council Meeting Jan. 3 at 7:00 PM. at the Army & Navy Club.
The council consists of the Manchester Chapters of American Legion, Disabled American Veterans, The Marine Corps League, The Army & Navy Club, Vietnam Veterans Association and the World War I Association. The Council typically meets on the first Monday of each month, except July and August.

Time:

7:00pm

Location:

Lincoln Center Hearing Room, and Virtual Options

Description:

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a meeting at 7:00 P.M., both virtually and in person in the Lincoln Center Hearing Room, 494 Main Street.

Public hearing notices, agendas, meeting packets, actions and minutes can be found at: http://planning1.townofmanchester.org/index.cfm/boards-and-commissions/planning-zoning-commission-inland-wetlands-agency-aquifer-protection-agency/

To request Zoom login information to attend virtually, fill out the form at https://manct.us/7

For more information, contact the Planning Department: 860-647-3044 or pzccomments@manchesterct.gov

Description:

The first regular meeting of the month of June 2022
of the Board of Directors has been cancelled.

The June Board of Directors’ meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 14, 2022.

Time:

9:00am - 9:30am

Location:

Squire Village, (1st parking lot off of Imperial Drive #78) 48 Spencer St., Manchester

Description:

Alternate Tuesdays. Please arrive early to be in line for 9am as the truck leaves promptly at 9:30am. Open to the public; Bring a sturdy grocery bag! This program is made possible by Foodshare and Winn Residential - Resident Service Program. For more information call 860-646-1280.

https://secure3.convio.net/fdshr/site/DocServer/2021_Mobile_Foodshare_Calendar.pdf?docID=10784

Time:

10:00am

Location:

425 Broad Street, corner Center St & Broad St Manchester

Description:

The Town of Manchester will conduct a fire flow/hydraulic capacity tests, at 425 Broad Street, corner Center St & Broad St Manchester, CT to determine the effects upon the water distribution system.
The hydrant flow test may result in reduced pressure and/or discoloration of the water in the area of 425 Broad Street, corner Center St & Broad St, Manchester, CT. If water appears discolored, the homeowner should try to avoid using it until it clears. This will prevent rust and sediment from being brought into the home’s system.

If sediment does get into a home’s hot water tank, the homeowner should wait until the water clears and then open the faucet at the bottom of the tank to drain the collected material, which will settle at the bottom.

Also, if a load of wash is done during the period of discolored water, the load should be kept wet and done again after the water clears. Four ounces of cream of tartar should be added to help clean any discoloration of the clothing.

It normally takes a few hours for the water to clear in a home. If water appears discolored for an extended period, the homeowner should call the Water Division at
647-3201.

Time:

6:00pm - 9:00pm

Location:

Senior Center, 549 East Middle Turnpike

Description:

For full details on this and other Celebrate Manchester events, visit:
http://prideinmanchester.townofmanchester.org/CelebrateManch2022.pdf

Time:

7:00pm

Description:

The Manchester Lions Club meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month at 7pm. Interested persons are invited to attend our meetings to learn more about how Lions serve and benefit the community. Simply contact Ron Conyers at this email to receive Zoom access instructions: ron@conyersconstruction.com

Time:

4:30pm - 7:30pm

Location:

153 Spruce Street

Description:

The Spruce Street Farmers Market will run Wednesdays, 6/1-8/31, 4:30-7:30 on Market Field, 153 Spruce Street. The Northwest Park Farmers Market will run Wednesdays, 9/7- 10/26, 4:30-7:30 at Northwest park, 448 Tolland Turnpike. Both markets feature Connecticut farms, prepared food vendors, and artisans. Both accept SNAP/EBT and double the value of SNAP purchases. Spend $10.00 using your EBT card, receive an additional $10.00 to spend on fresh produce. New for 2022: POP (Power of Produce) Kids' Club. Each child will receive a free $2.00 POP Bucks coupon weekly to be redeemed for fresh produce. Please contact Cynde at cacanto@manchesterct.gov with questions.

Time:

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Location:

Community Y, 78 North Main St

Description:

Due to low enrollment the community CPR training scheduled for June 8 at the Community Y is cancelled.Registered individuals will be refunded. Rescheduling will be reevaluated in the fall.

(AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION)
Community rescuers are a key part of the chain of survival for cardiac arrest victims. You CAN learn the skills needed to assist a friend, neighbor or family member. This course covers child and adult CPR, as well as choking rescue. Optional “Stop The Bleed”® training will be available after the CPR session is complete. Please inquire at Town Hall, the Community Y or another town recreation center if you need assistance with setting up a household account for online registration, or if you would like to take this class in Spanish.
Fee: $10
Register online http://recreation.townofmanchester.org/ or call 860-647-3084.

Time:

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Location:

Mary Cheney Library 586 Main St.

Description:

Middle School Nights
Each Wednesday in June 2022
6 to 8 PM
Grades 6 to 8
Manchester Public Library
Drop into our middle school nights to play a variety of computer and video games with other middle schoolers!

Time:

6:30pm

Location:

Senior Center, 549 East Middle Tpk, Manchester

Description:

Town Wide Block Watches,which include Meadowbrook Area; Waddell Area; Strant Street Area; St John Area; West Side Area and Bunce Drive Area, are held on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Senior Center.

Time:

7:00pm

Description:

The following is a schedule of meetings to be held by the Manchester Conservation Commission.

*Meetings will be held virtually until further notice. Any member of the public wishing to participate and/or speak must submit a request to
dlaiuppa@manchesterct.gov. Only individuals requesting to speak will be allowed to join the Zoom meeting. Meeting information will be sent to individuals who submit a request. Attendees will need to join the Zoom meeting and will be allowed to speak when directed by the Chairman.

February 09, 2022
March 09, 2022
April 13, 2022
May 11, 2022
June 8, 2022
July 13, 2022
August 10, 2022
September 14, 2022
October 12, 2022
November 09, 2022
December 14, 2022
January 11, 2023

Description:

The Economic Development Commission meeting scheduled for Thursday June 9, 2022 has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is Thursday July 14, 2022 at 8:00 a.m.

Time:

12:00pm - 2:00pm

Location:

Manchester Elks Lodge, 30 Bissell St.

Description:

For full details on this and other Celebrate Manchester events, visit:
http://prideinmanchester.townofmanchester.org/CelebrateManch2022.pdf

Time:

1:00pm - 1:30pm

Location:

110 Utopia Rd., Manchester

Description:

Alternate Thursdays
Community members can access help through the following:
Mobile Foodshare an outdoor pantry-on-wheels, to find a site near you please text “FOODSHARE” to 85511 or go to Mobile Foodshare Calendar.
To find a food pantry and other resources near you, call 2-1-1 or go to www.211ct.org

Please bring a sturdy bag!

https://secure3.convio.net/fdshr/site/DocServer/2021_Mobile_Foodshare_Calendar.pdf?docID=10784

Time:

6:00pm

Location:

30 Bissell Street

Description:

For full details on this and other Celebrate Manchester events, visit:
http://prideinmanchester.townofmanchester.org/CelebrateManch2022.pdf

Time:

7:00pm

Description:

Charter Revision Commission
Pursuant to Chapter 3 of the General Statutes of Connecticut, Section 1-21, notice is hereby given that the schedule of Regular Meetings of the Charter Revision Commission for year 2022 is as follows:

Wednesday, January 5, 7:00 PM, Regular Meeting & Public Hearing, Lincoln Center Hearing Room & via Zoom

Monday, January 31st, 7:00 PM, Regular Meeting, Town Hall Manchester Room & via Zoom

Monday, February 7th, 7:00 PM, Regular Meeting, Town Hall Manchester Room & via Zoom

Wednesday, February 23rd, 7:00 PM, Regular Meeting, Town Hall Manchester Room & via Zoom

Monday, March 7th, 7:00 PM, Regular Meeting, Town Hall Manchester Room & via Zoom

Monday, March 21st, 7:00 PM, Regular Meeting, Town Hall Manchester Room & via Zoom

Monday, April 6th, 7:00 PM, Regular Meeting, Town Hall Manchester Room & via Zoom

Monday, April 18, 7:00 PM, Regular Meeting, Town Hall Manchester Room & via Zoom

Wednesday, May 4, 7:00 PM, Regular Meeting & Public Hearing, Lincoln Center Hearing Room & via Zoom

Monday, May 23, 7:00 PM Regular Meeting, Town Hall Manchester Room & via Zoom

Thursday, June 9, 7:00 PM Regular Meeting, Town Hall Manchester Room & via Zoom CANCELLED

Special Meetings will be held at such time and place as determined by the Charter Revision Commission.

More information can be found on the Town’s Charter Revision Commission webpage.

Time:

7:00pm

Location:

70 Bidwell Street,

Description:

Concert at the Manchester Bicentennial Band Shell.
The Manchester Historical Society will present “Spring in Concert,” with music provided by the South Windsor Community Band. The Band Shell is located at 70 Bidwell Street, Manchester, on the MCC campus.

Time:

11:00am - 4:00pm

Location:

Buckland Hill Mall, 194 Buckland Hills

Description:

Your donation is needed now to help prevent a shortage.

For more info and to schedule your appointment, call 1-800-RED CROSS or visit us online to find drives in nearby towns on Red Cross website.

Time:

5:00pm - 8:00pm

Location:

Youth Service Bureau 63 Linden St

Description:

Manchester Youth Service Bureau Presents:
7th and 8th grade Social
Please join us for a night of fun and celebration. Food, music, games, activities and prizes will be provided
Date: Friday June 10, 2022
Time: 5:00pm-8:00 pm
Location: Manchester Youth Service Bureau- 63 Linden Street Manchester CT 06040
RSVP or for information please contact Tasha Weston at (860)-647-5215 or tweston@manchesterct.gov

Time:

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Description:

What: THE ART-BLEND EXPERIENCE
When: Friday, June 10, 2022 – 6-8PM
Where: WORK_SPACE, 903 Main Street, Manchester, CT 06040

The Galleries at WORK_SPACE are hosting Manchester’s Poet Laureate, Ryan Parker, and his
posse of artists made-up of local musicians, dancers, painters and poets for a unique evening of artists creating
work on-site in response to the words, movement and energy of their fellow artists. Originally scheduled for
January, this collaboration has evolved and expanded since it was postponed due to the pandemic. This event is
free to the community although donations are appreciated. Registration is required due to limited seating.

Register: https://bit.ly/ArtBlendJune10
Contact: Stacey Zackin, WORK_SPACE Manager, galleries@workspacemanchester.com, 860.647.3168
Social Media: @workspacemanch & @peaceloveparker

Time:

7:30pm

Location:

Cheney Hall 177 Hartford Rd.

Description:

OVER THE RIVER AND THROUGH THE WOODS
By Joe DiPietro
May 27th - June 12th
Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30 PM
Sundays at 2:00 PM

Nick Cristano may be living the life of a modern young professional in New York City, but his loving grandparents never let him forget where he belongs: in New Jersey, in the bosom of his tenacious, tender-hearted, loud, loving, and well-fed Italian-American grandparents who lavish all of their affection on their last unmarried grandchild. When Nick announces he is being promoted and moving to Seattle, his grandparents are devastated and quickly concoct a series of hilarious schemes to keep Nick from leaving, including introducing him to the woman of his dreams.
Visit www.cheneyhall.org or call 860-647-9824

Description:

For full details on this and other Celebrate Manchester events, visit:
http://prideinmanchester.townofmanchester.org/CelebrateManch2022.pdf

Location:

Mar-Lea Miniature Golf, 244 Boston Turnpike, Bolton

Description:

Sculpture Project Mini-Golf Tournament fundraiser
The Sculpture Project is excited to offer a fun way for the community to help to raise money for a life-size bronze statue of Elisabeth M. Bennet that will be installed on the lawn of Bennet Academy in June of 2023. They will host a Mini-Golf Tournament. at Mar-Lea Miniature Golf. Shotgun start at 10am and check-in begins at 9am. The ticket price includes: use of ball and putter, trophy for low scores in Junior and Senior Divisions, including a coveted Green Jacket for the winner in each Division, opportunity to compete for the title of “Manchester’s Best Putter “ and Hole in One prize.
After play is over all ticket holders will receive a complimentary lunch at Bobby T’s Hot Dog Cart, located on the Mar-Lea grounds.
The cost is $25.00 for children ages 14 and over and adults. Children 13 and under are $10 and must be accompanied on the course by an adult. Tickets may be purchased in advance by contacting Frank Parseliti, Mini-Golf Tournament Chair at 860-833-8312 or fparseliti@gmail.com

Time:

8:30am

Location:

Firehouse at 75 Center St.

Description:

Daycare Provider CPR and First Aid Course
8:30 a.m.
Firehouse at 75 Center Street
Please call 860-474-3734 or e-mail: www.ManchesterCPR.org

April 30, 2022
May 14, 2022
June 11, 2022

Time:

9:00am - 12:00pm

Location:

St. John's Polish National Catholic Church (23 Golway St., Manchester

Description:

Delicious handmade pierogi: potato&cheese, cabbage&kielbasa, sauerkraut&mashrooms - $12 per dozen (12).
Golabki (stuffed cabbage rolls) - $14 per tray (4-5 pcs.).
Selection of homemade Polish soups - $10 per 32oz. Traditional Kielbasa & Easter White Kielbasa - $8 per pack,
Bigos (Polish Hunter's Stew) - $14 per 32oz., Pierniki (Chocolate covered Ginger bread) - $5 and natural Polish Honeys - $12 per jar.
No preorders - just come in & get what you want! Check our full menu on website.

Time:

9:00am - 2:00pm

Location:

1226 Main St., Manchester

Description:

South United Methodist Church is holding a “Trash & Treasures” tag sale indoors at the church building on the corner of Hartford Rd and Main St.
Come visit our huge tag sale, recycled jewelry, books, puzzles and “Antikews” - our better quality used items.
For details call Ginny at 860 646-3962.

Time:

10:00am - 2:00pm

Description:

Rainbow Pop-Up Show.
For full details on this and other Celebrate Manchester events, visit:
http://prideinmanchester.townofmanchester.org/CelebrateManch2022.pdf

Time:

11:00am - 3:00pm

Description:

For full details on this and other Celebrate Manchester events, visit:
http://prideinmanchester.townofmanchester.org/CelebrateManch2022.pdf

Time:

11:00am - 1:00pm

Description:

MARC, Inc. Celebrates 70th Birthday!
MARC, Inc. of Manchester is pleased to announce that it will celebrate 70 years of serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. A community celebration will take place on Saturday, June 11, 2022 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Organizers request RSVP by June 1st at www.marcct.org/birthday where more details can be found.

Established in 1952, MARC, Inc. provides the opportunity for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live meaningful lives of independence, choice, inclusion, and continuous personal growth. Today MARC, Inc. supports close to 300 individuals with disabilities in Manchester and surrounding towns. It delivers a diverse array of individualized services to ensure that all people have the opportunity to live, work, and enjoy their community according to their individual choices.

MARC, Inc. is dedicated to advocacy on the local, state, and national level. Tax-deductible donations can be made online at www.marcct.org or sent to MARC, Inc., 151 Sheldon Road, Manchester, CT 06042. Follow MARC, Inc. on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Time:

11:00am - 3:00pm

Location:

495 East Middle Turnpike in Manchester

Description:

Join the Woodbridge Farmstead Committee for a day at the farm. The Visitor Center has displays showing some of the history of the Manchester Green area.
Take a self-guided tour through our 18th century barn and a guided tour of our 1830s farmhouse. Refreshments will be available, and some games set up for the children.
Submit a name for our new display cow in the old barn. A Woodbridge Farmstead tee shirt will be given in July to the person whose chosen name is picked for our cow.
Parking available off Woodbridge Street behind the barn and through the gate. Please be careful entering and exiting our parking area. Overflow parking is also available at the nearby Senior Center.

Time:

12:00pm - 4:30pm

Location:

Mary Cheney Library 586 Main St.

Description:

Saturday June 11th, 2022
12-4:30PM

Manchester Public Library

Join us for a fun afternoon of board games. Volunteers will teach: Marvel Champions; Now or Never; Disney Sorcerer’s Arena: Epic Alliances; Foundations of Rome; Flamme Rouge with expansions; and Stephenson’s Rocket. We’ll provide the games; no need to bring any with you. Free program for adults; light refreshments to be served. No registration is required for this event.
http://library.townofmanchester.org

Time:

12:00pm - 3:00pm

Location:

Lutz Children's Museum, 247 South Main St.

Description:

Truck Day - Connecticut Open House Day means FREE admission inside the Lutz Children's Museum and Big Trucks outside. June 11, 2022 from 12:00PM - 3:00PM

Time:

2:00pm

Location:

Charter Oak Park, 50 Charter Oak St., Manchester

Description:

The Manchester Lions Club is proud to announce the resumption the Famous Rubber Duck Race (suspended last year due to Covid). This is a fun family event and is a major fundraiser for the Lions Club as all funds are returned to Manchester non-profit organizations.
Cash prizes will be awarded. (1st Place: $1,000, 2nd Place: $500, 3rd Place: $250, 4th Place: $150, 5th Place: $100.
Tickets: $5 per duck, are available at:
Total Vision, Manchester Parkade,
Highland Park Market in Manchester.
Or contact David at 860-645-6500 / 860-250-1500 / David@dubaldo.com

Time:

2:00pm - 4:00pm

Location:

Eastside Neighborhood Resource Center, 153 Spruce Street.

Description:

The Wit and Wisdom Poetry Club of Manchester meets every second Saturday of the month from 1-3pm at the Eastside Neighborhood Resource Center, 153 Spruce Street.

Meetings are now in person!

We are always looking for new members: no formality, just come!

Need more info? Contact matthewborrelli296@gmail.com

Time:

7:30pm

Location:

Cheney Hall 177 Hartford Rd.

Description:

OVER THE RIVER AND THROUGH THE WOODS
By Joe DiPietro
May 27th - June 12th
Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30 PM
Sundays at 2:00 PM

Nick Cristano may be living the life of a modern young professional in New York City, but his loving grandparents never let him forget where he belongs: in New Jersey, in the bosom of his tenacious, tender-hearted, loud, loving, and well-fed Italian-American grandparents who lavish all of their affection on their last unmarried grandchild. When Nick announces he is being promoted and moving to Seattle, his grandparents are devastated and quickly concoct a series of hilarious schemes to keep Nick from leaving, including introducing him to the woman of his dreams.
Visit www.cheneyhall.org or call 860-647-9824

Time:

9:00am - 2:00pm

Location:

Promenadee Shops @ Evergreen Walk,215 Evergreen Way, Suite 215

Description:

Your donation is needed now to help prevent a shortage.

For more info and to schedule your appointment, call 1-800-RED CROSS or visit us online to find drives in nearby towns on Red Cross website.

Time:

12:00pm - 2:00pm

Location:

Hillstown Grange, 617 Hills Street, East Hartford.

Description:

SUPPORT OUR SOLDIERS-CONNECTICUT

Sunday June 12, 2022
Contact:Frank Forrest 860-690-2845

Support Our Soldiers-Connecticut will be holding a Fourth of July/summer collection event to support our overseas Troops on Sunday, June 12, 2022 from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m., at Hillstown Grange, 617 Hills Street, East Hartford.
Items requested from Camp Lemonnier Djibouti:
“Your items are greatly appreciated. Please consider us for future care packages, which we also send down range. Items that are always needed and appreciated in our warm climate theaters include:
Bug spray (malaria is a real threat to our service people **DO NOT SEND AEROSOLS)
Sunscreen (25 SPF or greater **DO NOT SEND AEROSOLS)
Foot powder
Single serving snack items (cookie packets, peanuts/nuts, fruit snacks, crackers, jerky, Slim Jims, candy that doesn't melt, things that do not need to be heated up to eat, instant coffee, Gold Fish, etc.)
Electrolyte drink packets (Gatorade, Powerade, etc.)
Feminine hygiene products
Baby wipes, or the equivalent (Dude Wipes, etc.)
Dental Hygiene products (single packaged toothbrushes, toothpaste, mouthwash)
Deodorant + antiperspirant (**DO NOT SEND AEROSOLS)
Laundry Detergent
Bug spray”
Volunteers are needed on the day of the event to sort items, pack boxes, and draw letters and cards to add to the boxes. This is a perfect event for all ages!
It costs about $900 to ship the packages, and we need donations to help defray postage costs. Checks should be made out to SOS Connecticut and mailed to: SOS Connecticut, c/o Frank Forrest, 165 Maple Street, East Hartford, CT 06118.
For more information or to volunteer, call Frank Forrest at 860-690-2845, or
email: sosconnecticut@aol.com

Time:

12:00pm - 4:00pm

Location:

Cheney Homestead Museum 106 Hartford Rd, Manchester

Description:

Join us for a day of weaving and music!
Donations Appreciated!

Threads - Weavers from the Hartford Artisans Weaving Center will demonstrate weaving skills and historical techniques, and make progress on the Electa Cheney 1825 reproduction flannel. Spinners will demonstrate wool and linen spinning. Also, rug braiding will be demonstrated. Visitors will have an opportunity to try their own hands on loom and wheel!

Strings - The Connecticut Guitar Ensemble and harpist Haley Hewitt will perform, along with a local mandolin and guitar duo.

Learning Opportunities: Find out about local weaving, spinning, rug braiding & musical learning opportunities, and sign up for Summer painting, drawing & sculpture classes at Cheney Homestead Arts.org

Tour the 1785 Homestead, gardens, 1751 Keeney Schoolhouse and learn about Manchester, the Cheney family and Early American life.

Time:

2:00pm

Location:

Cheney Hall 177 Hartford Rd.

Description:

OVER THE RIVER AND THROUGH THE WOODS
By Joe DiPietro
May 27th - June 12th
Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30 PM
Sundays at 2:00 PM

Nick Cristano may be living the life of a modern young professional in New York City, but his loving grandparents never let him forget where he belongs: in New Jersey, in the bosom of his tenacious, tender-hearted, loud, loving, and well-fed Italian-American grandparents who lavish all of their affection on their last unmarried grandchild. When Nick announces he is being promoted and moving to Seattle, his grandparents are devastated and quickly concoct a series of hilarious schemes to keep Nick from leaving, including introducing him to the woman of his dreams.
Visit www.cheneyhall.org or call 860-647-9824

Time:

3:00pm - 5:00pm

Location:

Manchester High School’s Summit Street parking lot

Description:

Gentle Love Diaper Pantry Diaper Drive
Come support us on Mon. June 13 from 3-5pm by bringing a donation of diapers to our diaper drive at Manchester High School’s Summit Street parking lot. All sizes are needed, especially sizes 4, 5 and 6, along with pullups and baby wipes. If you would like to contribute to the drive but unable to attend check out our Amazon Wishlist. Any questions can be sent to info@gentlelovediaperpantry.org
Diapers are currently distributed to families in need through a robust network of community partners, which includes the Bridge Food Pantry, the ECHN Family Development Center, the Manchester Public Schools Welcome Center, and the HVCC Food Pantry.

Time:

6:30pm

Location:

Mary Cheney Library 586 Main St.

Description:

Monday June 13th, 2022
6:30PM
Check ‘Em Out Book Club
Manchester Public Library

Copies of our June selection, The Lincoln Highway by Amor Towles, are available for check out at both library buildings.
The bestselling author of A Gentleman in Moscow and Rules of Civility and master of absorbing, sophisticated fiction returns with a stylish and propulsive novel set in 1950s America
In June, 1954, eighteen-year-old Emmett Watson is driven home to Nebraska by the warden of the work farm where he has just served a year for involuntary manslaughter. His mother long gone, his father recently deceased, and the family farm foreclosed upon by the bank, Emmett’s intention is to pick up his eight-year-old brother and head west where they can start their lives anew. But when the warden drives away, Emmett discovers that two friends from the work farm have hidden themselves in the trunk of the warden’s car. Together, they have hatched an altogether different plan for Emmett’s future.
Spanning just ten days and told from multiple points of view, Towles’s third novel will satisfy fans of his multi-layered literary styling while providing them an array of new and richly imagined settings, characters, and themes.
This is a free in-person program for adults. No registration is required.
Visit our website at: http://library.townofmanchester.org or call our Reference Room at: 860-645-0821 for more information.

Time:

6:30pm

Location:

Mary Cheney Library Howroyd Room 586 Main St.

Description:

Library Board, Manchester Public Library
Meeting Dates, 2022
All meetings are scheduled for 6:30 pm in the
Howroyd Room, Mary Cheney Library building, 586 Main St. Manchester, CT

January 10, 2022

March 14, 2022

May 9, 2022

June 13, 2022

September 12, 2022

November 14, 2022

Time:

7:00pm

Location:

Lincoln Center at 494 Main St., Manchester

Description:

Manchester Board Of Education
Regular Meeting at 7:00 p.m. – Virtual or in person option: Lincoln Center at 494 Main St.
Individuals who wish to speak at the meeting, must complete a Request to Speak form by 5:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc2qj6RfD49ovEnwfH_4YSFAhaC__SpXLV9rK1Fwxg-hDG90Q/viewform
Community members can submit questions prior to or during a Board of Education meeting by contacting Jim Farrell, the district’s communication director, by email (b11jfarr@mpspride) or Facebook message (via the district Facebook page).
Public access to view meeting live :
http://www.channel16.org/CablecastPublicSite/watch/1?channel=1
Live streaming on FaceBook : Link to MPS Pride FaceBook Page https://www.facebook.com/MPS-Pride-Manchester-CT-Public-Schools-1677756609137170
On demand after the meeting: http://www.channel16.org/CablecastPublicSite/?channel=1
Agendas are available online: https://www.mpspride.org/Page/62

Location:

Lutz Children Museum, 247 South Main St., Manchester

Description:

America’s Flag Day marks the Second Continental Congress’s adoption of the first flag on June 14, 1777.
Visit the Lutz to learn more about our very own 13 star flag – a true treasure from the Lutz archive.
Call 860-643-0949 or visit https://lutzmuseum.org

Time:

3:10pm

Location:

Mary Cheney Library 586 Main St.

Description:

Yoga Class for Teens
Tuesday, June 14, 2022
3:15 PM to 4 PM
Grades 6 to 12
Manchester Public Library
Build a better you and join us for an afternoon yoga class! Hosted by Blissful by Melissa. Please bring a yoga mat or a beach towel. No registration required.

Time:

6:30pm

Location:

Army Navy Club 1090 Main St.

Description:

VFW Meeting is the 2nd Tuesday of every month at 6:30pm at the Army Navy club with the exception of no meetings during the months of July and August.

Time:

7:00pm

Location:

Lincoln Center, 494 Main Street, Manchester

Description:

Pursuant to Chapter 3 of the General Statutes of Connecticut, Section 1-21, notice is hereby given that the schedule of Regular Meetings of the Board of Directors for year 2022 is as follows:

January 4 and 11 (Jan. 11th Cancelled)
February 1 and 8 (Feb 1-Conducted remotely by means of video conferencing.)(Feb.8th Cancelled)
March 1 and 8 (March 8th cancelled)
April 5, 12 and 19 (April 12th cancelled)
(April 19th Cancelled)
April 19th Special Meeting Called
May 3 and 10 (May 10 cancelled)
June 7 and 14 (June 7th cancelled)
July 12 and 19
August 2 and 9
September 6 and 13
October 4 and 11
November 1 and 8
December 6 and 13

Regular meetings will be held in the Hearing Room in the Lincoln Center. Special Meetings will be held at such time and place as determined by the Board of Directors.

The meeting will be conducted both in-person and remotely by means of video conferencing. The meeting is a public meeting and as such members of the public can also attend the meeting in-person or remotely. Individuals who wish to speak at the meeting must complete a Request to Speak form by 4:00 p.m. on night of meeting.
https://manchesterct.seamlessdocs.com/f/RequestToSpeak
Individuals may submit email comments to the Board of Directors using: directors@manchesterct.gov
Individuals can view the meeting live at Silk City TV- http://www.channel16.org/CablecastPublicSite/watch/1?channel=1
The meeting will be available on demand immediately following the meeting at http://www.channel16.org/CablecastPublicSite/?channel=1
Agendas and more information visit: http://bod.townofmanchester.org/

Time:

12:00pm - 12:30pm

Location:

New River Community Church 314 Woodbridge St. Manchester, CT

Description:

Community members can access help through the following:
Mobile Foodshare an outdoor pantry-on-wheels, to find a site near you please text “FOODSHARE” to 85511 or go to Mobile Foodshare Calendar.
To find a food pantry and other resources near you, call 2-1-1 or go to www.211ct.org

Please bring a sturdy bag!

https://secure3.convio.net/fdshr/site/DocServer/2022_Mobile_Foodshare_Calendar.pdf?docID=10784

Time:

4:30pm - 7:30pm

Location:

153 Spruce Street

Description:

The Spruce Street Farmers Market will run Wednesdays, 6/1-8/31, 4:30-7:30 on Market Field, 153 Spruce Street. The Northwest Park Farmers Market will run Wednesdays, 9/7- 10/26, 4:30-7:30 at Northwest park, 448 Tolland Turnpike. Both markets feature Connecticut farms, prepared food vendors, and artisans. Both accept SNAP/EBT and double the value of SNAP purchases. Spend $10.00 using your EBT card, receive an additional $10.00 to spend on fresh produce. New for 2022: POP (Power of Produce) Kids' Club. Each child will receive a free $2.00 POP Bucks coupon weekly to be redeemed for fresh produce. Please contact Cynde at cacanto@manchesterct.gov with questions.

Time:

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Location:

Mary Cheney Library 586 Main St.

Description:

Middle School Nights
Each Wednesday in June 2022
6 to 8 PM
Grades 6 to 8
Manchester Public Library
Drop into our middle school nights to play a variety of computer and video games with other middle schoolers!

Time:

6:00pm

Location:

Lincoln Center hearing Room 494 Main St.

Description:

NOTICE OF A SPECIAL MEETING
OF THE
LAND ACQUISITION AND HISTORIC PROPERTY
INVESTMENT COMMITTEE

The Land Acquisition and Historic Property Investment Committee will hold a special meeting on June 15, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. in the Lincoln Center Hearing Room, 494 Main Street, Manchester, Connecticut, to discuss 683 Vernon Street.

Time:

6:30pm

Description:

Sustainability Commission
2022 Meeting Dates
Held via Zoom at 6:30 pm unless otherwise noted
January 19th, 2022
February 16th, 2022
March 16th, 2022
April 20th, 2022
May 18th, 2022
June 15th, 2022
July 20th, 2022
August 17th, 2022
September 21st, 2022
October 19th, 2022
November 16th, 2022
December 21st, 2022

Time:

7:30am

Location:

Lincoln Center, Hearing Room, 494 Main Street, Manchester

Description:

The following is a list of Thursday scheduled meetings to be held by the Redevelopment Agency of Manchester, CT.

February 17,2022
March 17, 2022 (Cancelled)
April 21, 2022
May 19, 2022 (Virtual)
June 16, 2022
July 21, 2022
August 18, 2022
September 15, 2022
October 20, 2022
November 17, 2022
December 15, 2022
January 19, 2023

All meetings are held on Thursdays at 7:30 a.m.

The Redevelopment Agency approved this schedule on November 18, 2021.

Time:

9:00am - 6:30pm

Location:

North United Methodist Church, 300 Parker Street, Manchester

Description:

Your donation is needed now to help prevent a shortage.

For more info and to schedule your appointment, call 1-800-RED CROSS or visit us online to find drives in nearby towns on Red Cross website.

Time:

5:30pm

Location:

Town Hall 41 Center St. Manchester Room

Description:

The following is a list of scheduled meetings to be held by the Cheney Brothers National Historic District Commission February 2022 through January 2023.
ALL MEETINGS WILL BE HELD AT TOWN HALL, MANCHESTER ROOM FOR 2022 and January 2023.

February 17, 2022
March 17, 2022(Meeting at Town Hall Manchester Rm)
April 21, 2022
May 19, 2022 (Cancelled)
June 16, 2022
July 21, 2022
August 18, 2022
September 15, 2022
October 20, 2022
November 17, 2022
December 15, 2022
January 19, 2023

This meeting will be held in the Manchester Room in Town Hall at 41 Center Street

Any member of the public wishing to participate and/or speak must submit a request to aboyle@manchesterct.gov. Agendas are posted online:
http://planning1.townofmanchester.org/index.cfm/boards-and-commissions/cheney-brothers-national-historic-district-commission/

Time:

6:00pm

Location:

Center Springs Main Office, 39 Lodge Dr.

Description:

Meetings will continue to be held the third Thursday of each month (sans July, August and December)
The meeting schedule for 2022 per the Chairperson is as follows:

Thursday, January 20
Thursday, February 17
Thursday, March 17 (cancelled)
Thursday, April 21
Thursday, May 19
Thursday, June 16 (cancelled)
Thursday, September 15
Thursday, October 20
Thursday, November 17

Time:

6:30pm - 7:30pm

Description:

African American and Black Affairs Council (AABAC)
Meetings are hosted every 1st Monday and every 3rd Thursday of the month. Virtual meetings are held via Zoom from 6:30 to 7:30 pm. To attend, e-mail aabac04@gmail.com for more information, or find us on Facebook at African American and Black Affairs Council.

Time:

7:00pm - 8:30pm

Location:

ZOOM

Description:

The New Wineskins Faith Community is pleased to announce its theme and topics for this year’s
Conversations for Racial Healing.
ZOOM meetings will be held Thursdays June 2nd, June 16th, and June 30th. The format for each session includes reflections by a guest speaker, whole group presentations, and small group breakout sessions coordinated by skilled facilitator, Valerie J. Payne.
To register please contact John Ryan at jfryan05@cox.net then look for your personal email invitation.

Time:

7:00pm

Location:

20 Hartford Rd.

Description:

Meetings will be held Virtual and in Person.

The Manchester Land Conservation Trust Board of Directors usually meets at 7:00 p.m. on the third Thursday of the month, at our office at 20 Hartford Road, at the corner of Main Street and Hartford Road (upstairs from the Chamber of Commerce).

Board meetings are held there nine* times per year, in January, February, March, April, June, September, October, November, and December.

The Board also meets in May as part of the annual meeting.

(The Board's December meeting is usually held at a member's home.)

The public in invited to attend Board meetings.

Please contact Membership Chair Terry Parla at 860-643-1823 to confirm the time and location of meeting.

The annual Meeting, with dinner, is held each spring. Check the Events page on the website for details.

Location:

Charter Oak Park, 50 Charter Oak St., Manchester

Description:

The Manchester Police Activities League is sponsoring a 3-on-3 summer basketball program on Friday nights starting June 17.
It's being held at Charter Oak Park and there's more info and registration instructions online at our website.

Location:

Lutz Children Museum, 247 South Main St., Manchester

Description:

Celebrate Invertebrates at the Lutz Museum!
$10 with advanced registration,
$12 at the door.
Call 860-643-0949 to register

- Ladybug Tea - Join us for Tea and Cookies and Ladybugs! Learn about these neat insects and do a fun craft. Grades: PK, June 17, 2022; 10:00am - 10:30am
- Squid Dissection - Get a chance to find out what’s in a squid during this hands on class. Thanks to City Fish for donating the squid! Grades: 4-6, June 25, 2022; 2:00pm - 3:00pm
- Are you smarter than an octopus? Cephalopods are super smart! Come learn about these amazing animals and what they can do. Grades: 3-5, June 22, 2022; 3:00pm - 3:45pm
- Who Would Win? Ultimate Bug Rumble- Join a Lutz Educator for a invertebrate face off! Can you guess who will be the champion? Grades: 3-5, June 19, 2022; 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Time:

9:00am - 2:00pm

Location:

Evergreen Walk Suite 224, S. Windsor

Description:

Your donation is needed now to help prevent a shortage.

For more info and to schedule your appointment, call 1-800-RED CROSS or visit us online to find drives in nearby towns on Red Cross website.

Time:

10:00am - 3:00pm

Location:

Promenadee Shops @ Evergreen Walk215 Evergreen Way, Suite 215

Description:

Your donation is needed now to help prevent a shortage.

For more info and to schedule your appointment, call 1-800-RED CROSS or visit us online to find drives in nearby towns on Red Cross website.

Time:

1:00pm

Description:

Walking Tour on the Great Lawn

Hosted by two members of the Cheney Brothers National Historic District Commission, Saturday June 18 at 1:00 p.m. Popular history walk starting at Fuss & O'Neill, 146 Hartford Road (plenty of parking in the lots west and south of the building). Find out more about the Great Lawn and its former residents on this one-and-a-quarter-hour walk, which will proceed along streets and lawn to view historic mansions and the nine-acre property purchased by the Town in 2005 for open space and historic preservation. Historical Society member and former resident of the Horace Bushnell Cheney House, Tom Ferguson, and Town Historian, Susan Barlow, will comment on the historic landscape and buildings. There is some steep and uneven ground, so participants should wear sturdy shoes or boots. Extreme weather cancels, but the walk will be held if light rain. Free. To view a map of the District on this website, click Cheney Landmark District.

Time:

4:00pm - 7:00pm

Location:

Leisure Labs at Mahoney Center, 110 Cedar Street.

Description:

Manchester will be hosting its second annual Juneteenth Freedom Day Commemoration at Leisure Labs at the Mahoney Center.
Join your neighbors in a celebration of Juneteenth, Black History, and culture. A collaboration between the Town of Manchester’s Department of Leisure, Family, and Recreation and its community partners.
This year’s event will feature thoughtful speakers, live music, poetry readings, a black-owned food & vendor market, family activities, and more!
Juneteenth celebrates June 19, 1865, the day that Union soldiers marched into Galveston, Texas, and enforced the Emancipation Proclamation, ending slavery in Texas. This came nearly three years after President, Abraham Lincoln had proclaimed that they: “Shall be then, thenceforward, and forever, free.”

Location:

Lutz Children Museum, 247 South Main St., Manchester

Description:

Celebrate Invertebrates at the Lutz Museum!
$10 with advanced registration,
$12 at the door.
Call 860-643-0949 to register

- Ladybug Tea - Join us for Tea and Cookies and Ladybugs! Learn about these neat insects and do a fun craft. Grades: PK, June 17, 2022; 10:00am - 10:30am
- Squid Dissection - Get a chance to find out what’s in a squid during this hands on class. Thanks to City Fish for donating the squid! Grades: 4-6, June 25, 2022; 2:00pm - 3:00pm
- Are you smarter than an octopus? Cephalopods are super smart! Come learn about these amazing animals and what they can do. Grades: 3-5, June 22, 2022; 3:00pm - 3:45pm
- Who Would Win? Ultimate Bug Rumble- Join a Lutz Educator for a invertebrate face off! Can you guess who will be the champion? Grades: 3-5, June 19, 2022; 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Description:

Town Offices will be closed today in observance of the holiday.
For a complete listing of Town holidays, including schedules for the Town Libraries, Pools, and Curbside Trash and Recycling Collection, visit:
http://customerservice1.townofmanchester.org/index.cfm/holidays/

Description:

Juneteenth Holiday
Monday, June 20, 2022

Time:

11:00am - 5:00pm

Location:

Manchester Church of Christ, 595 Tolland Turnpike, Manchester

Description:

Your donation is needed now to help prevent a shortage.

For more info and to schedule your appointment, call 1-800-RED CROSS or visit us online to find drives in nearby towns on Red Cross website.

Time:

7:00pm

Description:

Meets on the Third Monday of each month at 7 p.m.

For information and a Link to the Family Support Groups, call Tina at 860-906-7385 or email Roberta at rcluby@comcast.net
You can familiarize yourself with Zoom via this link: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/206618765-Zoom-Video-Tutorials
And if you find you still need technical support in getting into the meeting, call Joe at 860-351-7299.

Location:

Evergreen Walk, Suite 215, South Windsor

Description:

Your donation is needed now to help prevent a shortage.

For more info and to schedule your appointment, call 1-800-RED CROSS or visit us online to find drives in nearby towns on Red Cross website.

Time:

9:00am - 9:30am

Location:

Squire Village, (1st parking lot off of Imperial Drive #78) 48 Spencer St., Manchester

Description:

Alternate Tuesdays. Please arrive early to be in line for 9am as the truck leaves promptly at 9:30am. Open to the public; Bring a sturdy grocery bag! This program is made possible by Foodshare and Winn Residential - Resident Service Program. For more information call 860-646-1280.

https://secure3.convio.net/fdshr/site/DocServer/2021_Mobile_Foodshare_Calendar.pdf?docID=10784

Time:

7:00pm

Description:

The Manchester Lions Club meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month at 7pm. Interested persons are invited to attend our meetings to learn more about how Lions serve and benefit the community. Simply contact Ron Conyers at this email to receive Zoom access instructions: ron@conyersconstruction.com

Location:

Lutz Children Museum, 247 South Main St., Manchester

Description:

Celebrate Invertebrates at the Lutz Museum!
$10 with advanced registration,
$12 at the door.
Call 860-643-0949 to register

- Ladybug Tea - Join us for Tea and Cookies and Ladybugs! Learn about these neat insects and do a fun craft. Grades: PK, June 17, 2022; 10:00am - 10:30am
- Squid Dissection - Get a chance to find out what’s in a squid during this hands on class. Thanks to City Fish for donating the squid! Grades: 4-6, June 25, 2022; 2:00pm - 3:00pm
- Are you smarter than an octopus? Cephalopods are super smart! Come learn about these amazing animals and what they can do. Grades: 3-5, June 22, 2022; 3:00pm - 3:45pm
- Who Would Win? Ultimate Bug Rumble- Join a Lutz Educator for a invertebrate face off! Can you guess who will be the champion? Grades: 3-5, June 19, 2022; 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Time:

3:00pm - 4:30pm

Location:

Mary Cheney Library 586 Main St.

Description:

Wednesday June 22nd, 2022
3-4:30PM
Adult Summer Reading Kick-Off Party
Manchester Public Library

Adult summer reading technically starts Tuesday June 21st, 2022, but we're going to have a kick-off party to celebrate on Wednesday June 22nd, 2022!
Join us for ice cream from Center Scoop Ice Cream, lawn games, music, photo booth with fun construction props, peg people craft, adult summer reading registration and t-shirt distribution (you can register and collect t-shirts starting Tuesday), and more! No registration required for this free event for adults.

http://library.townofmanchester.org

Time:

4:30pm - 7:30pm

Location:

153 Spruce Street

Description:

The Spruce Street Farmers Market will run Wednesdays, 6/1-8/31, 4:30-7:30 on Market Field, 153 Spruce Street. The Northwest Park Farmers Market will run Wednesdays, 9/7- 10/26, 4:30-7:30 at Northwest park, 448 Tolland Turnpike. Both markets feature Connecticut farms, prepared food vendors, and artisans. Both accept SNAP/EBT and double the value of SNAP purchases. Spend $10.00 using your EBT card, receive an additional $10.00 to spend on fresh produce. New for 2022: POP (Power of Produce) Kids' Club. Each child will receive a free $2.00 POP Bucks coupon weekly to be redeemed for fresh produce. Please contact Cynde at cacanto@manchesterct.gov with questions.

Time:

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Location:

Mary Cheney Library 586 Main St.

Description:

Middle School Nights
Each Wednesday in June 2022
6 to 8 PM
Grades 6 to 8
Manchester Public Library
Drop into our middle school nights to play a variety of computer and video games with other middle schoolers!

Time:

6:30pm

Location:

Whiton Branch Library 100 North Main St.

Description:

Manchester Public Library

presents

Connecticut Wineries with “The Nutmeg Nose”

Take a virtual ride through Connecticut’s wine country and learn about our state’s 40+ wineries. Our wine guide is Michelle Griffis, an enthusiast of Connecticut’s wineries, nicknamed by friends as “The Nutmeg Nose.” Michelle will discuss the array of fantastic, award-winning wineries here in our state. She will also share dining options which include vineyards with on-site cafes, food trucks, and BYO picnic options. Whether you like a dry rose’, a crisp white, or a hearty red, our state offers a wine for your palette. With beautiful scenery, daily tastings, and live music, Connecticut wineries make great destinations. Registration is required for this event, call the library at 860-645-0821 to reserve your spot.

Wednesday, June 22, 2022, 6:30PM
Whiton Branch Library, 100 North Main Street

Time:

7:00pm

Location:

Lincoln Center Hearing Room, and Virtual Options

Description:

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a meeting at 7:00 P.M., both virtually and in person in the Lincoln Center Hearing Room, 494 Main Street.

Public hearing notices, agendas, meeting packets, actions and minutes can be found at: http://planning1.townofmanchester.org/index.cfm/boards-and-commissions/planning-zoning-commission-inland-wetlands-agency-aquifer-protection-agency/

To request Zoom login information to attend virtually, fill out the form at https://manct.us/7

For more information, contact the Planning Department: 860-647-3044 or pzccomments@manchesterct.gov

Time:

10:00am - 3:00pm

Location:

Buckland Hill Mall, 194 Buckland Hills

Description:

Your donation is needed now to help prevent a shortage.

For more info and to schedule your appointment, call 1-800-RED CROSS or visit us online to find drives in nearby towns on Red Cross website.

Time:

1:00pm - 1:30pm

Location:

110 Utopia Rd., Manchester

Description:

Alternate Thursdays
Community members can access help through the following:
Mobile Foodshare an outdoor pantry-on-wheels, to find a site near you please text “FOODSHARE” to 85511 or go to Mobile Foodshare Calendar.
To find a food pantry and other resources near you, call 2-1-1 or go to www.211ct.org

Please bring a sturdy bag!

https://secure3.convio.net/fdshr/site/DocServer/2021_Mobile_Foodshare_Calendar.pdf?docID=10784

Time:

2:00pm

Location:

Manchester Public Library, Howroyd Room

Description:

Thursday, June 23, 2022 2:00
Manchester Public Library, Howroyd Room

Stenciled Quote Bag
Create a Stenciled Quote Bag using markers and stencils. Free craft for adults. Registration is required. Limited to the first 10 people who register by calling the Reference room at 860-645-0821. For more information call Reference and Adult Services at 860-645-0821.
http://library.townofmanchester.org

Time:

4:00pm

Description:

Pension Board Meeting's until further notice will be
zoom teleconference.
Time change to 4:00pm

Thursday, June 23, 2022
Thursday, July 28, 2022
Thursday, August 25, 2022
Thursday, September 22, 2022
Thursday, November 17, 2022
Thursday, December 15, 2022

Location:

Lutz Children Museum, 247 South Main St., Manchester

Description:

Celebrate Invertebrates at the Lutz Museum!
$10 with advanced registration,
$12 at the door.
Call 860-643-0949 to register

- Ladybug Tea - Join us for Tea and Cookies and Ladybugs! Learn about these neat insects and do a fun craft. Grades: PK, June 17, 2022; 10:00am - 10:30am
- Squid Dissection - Get a chance to find out what’s in a squid during this hands on class. Thanks to City Fish for donating the squid! Grades: 4-6, June 25, 2022; 2:00pm - 3:00pm
- Are you smarter than an octopus? Cephalopods are super smart! Come learn about these amazing animals and what they can do. Grades: 3-5, June 22, 2022; 3:00pm - 3:45pm
- Who Would Win? Ultimate Bug Rumble- Join a Lutz Educator for a invertebrate face off! Can you guess who will be the champion? Grades: 3-5, June 19, 2022; 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Location:

Manchester Community College at the Bicentennial Band Shell

Description:

The James “Dutch” Fogarty Independence Day Celebration provides people of all ages and backgrounds an opportunity to gather and celebrate our nation’s freedom and honor the men and women of our armed forces.
This year’s celebration will be held on Saturday, June 25, 2022 (rain date is Sunday, June 26, 2022) on the grounds of Manchester Community College at the Bicentennial Band Shell.

The day’s festivities will begin around 4:00PM and include a variety of food, organized activities for children and live music. Local sensation Whiskey Boulevard will begin their musical set at 5 pm and we are thrilled to have Savage Brothers headline this year’s music presentation beginning at 7:15 PM. The evening will conclude with a spectacular display of fireworks beginning at approximately 9:30PM. We are also happy to announce the return of our famous “Chicken BBQ” Dinner this year. Tickets for the event will be on sale in June at Town Hall.
We would like to invite you to become a sponsor of the 37th Annual James “Dutch” Fogarty Independence Day Celebration. We are thrilled to be back once again for the annual celebration.
We are committed to providing an accessible event that everyone can enjoy. Any assistance you can give this year would be greatly appreciated. With the increased cost of the bands, lighting and sound, fireworks and port-o-lets, the fireworks committee has been busy at work. We were thrilled with the outpouring of generosity from the community, however this is not nearly enough to help cover our costs.
Thank you for your consideration of this year’s request. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact Erin O’Neil, at (860) 922-6805, Molly Devanney at (860) 338-1612 or Marty Shea at (860) 202-1773.

Description:

All Lutz Lectures: June 25th, July 16th, Aug 6th and August 27th.

Time:

9:00am - 12:00pm

Location:

St. John's Polish National Catholic Church, 23 Golway St., Manchester

Description:

Delicious handmade pierogi: potato&cheese, cabbage&kielbasa, sauerkraut&mashrooms - $12 per dozen (12).
Golabki (stuffed cabbage rolls) - $14 per tray (4-5 pcs.).
Selection of homemade Polish soups - $10 per 32oz. Traditional Kielbasa & Easter White Kielbasa - $8 per pack.
Bigos (Polish Hunter's Stew) - $14 per 32oz. Pierniki (Chocolate covered Ginger bread) - $5 and natural Polish Honeys - $12 per jar.
No preorders - just come in & get what you want! Check our full menu on website.

Time:

10:00am - 1:00pm

Location:

466 Main St, Manchester.

Description:

MACC Charities' Lobster Roll Fundraiser
If you like lobster rolls and supporting people in need then the MACC Charities' Lobster Roll Fundraiser is for you. From now until June, 25th you can pre-order your build-your-own lobster roll by calling 860-647-8003 ext. 13. Leave a message with your name, number, and order total to place your order. Then, on Saturday, June 25 between 10 am and 1 pm, stop by the Community Kitchen to drive thru and pick up your order. It's 24.99 to get all the fixing, your lobster roll and some chips! Cash or Check only at time of pick up. You will pick up in your car at 466 Main St, Manchester.

Time:

4:00pm

Location:

Lutz Children Museum, 247 South Main St., Manchester

Description:

Join us for music on the lawn! The Lutz Museum is excited to welcome Family Friendly artists throughout the summer for Sunday afternoon concerts. Bring chairs or a blanket, something to eat, and come enjoy music and sunshine! Free, donations welcome.
Bobby Beetcut - is a peace educating “Family Roots Musician” who creates a fun and funky blend of uplifting and inspiring music that resonates with kids and their parents alike. His new release entitled, “Up In A Tree!” tours a range of musical styles from Funk to Folk, Groovy Pop Rock to Rocking Rhythm and Blues.

Call 860-643-0949 or visit our website.

Time:

7:00pm

Location:

Lincoln Center at 494 Main St., Manchester

Description:

Manchester Board Of Education
Regular Meeting at 7:00 p.m. – Virtual or in person option: Lincoln Center at 494 Main St.
Individuals who wish to speak at the meeting, must complete a Request to Speak form by 5:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc2qj6RfD49ovEnwfH_4YSFAhaC__SpXLV9rK1Fwxg-hDG90Q/viewform
Community members can submit questions prior to or during a Board of Education meeting by contacting Jim Farrell, the district’s communication director, by email (b11jfarr@mpspride) or Facebook message (via the district Facebook page).
Public access to view meeting live :
http://www.channel16.org/CablecastPublicSite/watch/1?channel=1
Live streaming on FaceBook : Link to MPS Pride FaceBook Page https://www.facebook.com/MPS-Pride-Manchester-CT-Public-Schools-1677756609137170
On demand after the meeting: http://www.channel16.org/CablecastPublicSite/?channel=1
Agendas are available online: https://www.mpspride.org/Page/62

Time:

3:00pm

Location:

Mary Cheney Library 586 Main St.

Description:

Toppling Towers
Tuesday, June 28, 2022
3 to 3:45 PM
Grades 6 to 8
Manchester Public Library
Hosted by the Connecticut Science Center. Engineer and design your very own earthquake-proof building and test how well it withstands our shake table! Registration required. Please register by calling 860-645-0821 or visiting our reference desk.

Time:

12:00pm - 12:30pm

Location:

New River Community Church 314 Woodbridge St. Manchester, CT

Description:

Community members can access help through the following:
Mobile Foodshare an outdoor pantry-on-wheels, to find a site near you please text “FOODSHARE” to 85511 or go to Mobile Foodshare Calendar.
To find a food pantry and other resources near you, call 2-1-1 or go to www.211ct.org

Please bring a sturdy bag!

https://secure3.convio.net/fdshr/site/DocServer/2022_Mobile_Foodshare_Calendar.pdf?docID=10784

Time:

4:30pm - 7:30pm

Location:

153 Spruce Street

Description:

The Spruce Street Farmers Market will run Wednesdays, 6/1-8/31, 4:30-7:30 on Market Field, 153 Spruce Street. The Northwest Park Farmers Market will run Wednesdays, 9/7- 10/26, 4:30-7:30 at Northwest park, 448 Tolland Turnpike. Both markets feature Connecticut farms, prepared food vendors, and artisans. Both accept SNAP/EBT and double the value of SNAP purchases. Spend $10.00 using your EBT card, receive an additional $10.00 to spend on fresh produce. New for 2022: POP (Power of Produce) Kids' Club. Each child will receive a free $2.00 POP Bucks coupon weekly to be redeemed for fresh produce. Please contact Cynde at cacanto@manchesterct.gov with questions.

Time:

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Location:

Mary Cheney Library 586 Main St.

Description:

Middle School Nights
Each Wednesday in June 2022
6 to 8 PM
Grades 6 to 8
Manchester Public Library
Drop into our middle school nights to play a variety of computer and video games with other middle schoolers!

Time:

6:00pm

Location:

Town Hall Manchester Room 41 Center St

Description:

NOTICE OF A SPECIAL MEETING
OF THE
LAND ACQUISITION AND HISTORIC PROPERTY
INVESTMENT COMMITTEE

The Land Acquisition and Historic Property Investment Committee will hold a special meeting on June 29, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. in the Manchester Room of Town Hall, 41 Center Street, Manchester, Connecticut, as a public workshop for trail connectivity prioritization.

Time:

7:00pm

Location:

Whiton Library 100 North Main St.

Description:

Wednesday, June 29, 2022 7PM
@ Whiton Branch, 100 North Main St, Manchester, CT
Manchester Public Library
Not So “YA” Book Club – The Light in Hidden Places – Sharon Cameron

One knock at the door, and Stefania has a choice to make...
It is 1943, and for four years, sixteen-year-old Stefania has been working for the Diamant family in their grocery store in Przemysl, Poland, singing her way into their lives and hearts. She has even made a promise to one of their sons, Izio -- a betrothal they must keep secret since she is Catholic and the Diamants are Jewish.
But everything changes when the German army invades Przemysl. The Diamants are forced into the ghetto, and Stefania is alone in an occupied city, the only one left to care for Helena, her six-year-old sister. And then comes the knock at the door. Izio's brother Max has jumped from the train headed to a death camp. Stefania and Helena make the extraordinary decision to hide Max, and eventually twelve more Jews. Then they must wait, every day, for the next knock at the door, the one that will mean death. When the knock finally comes, it is two Nazi officers, requisitioning Stefania's house for the German army.
With two Nazis below, thirteen hidden Jews above, and a little sister by her side, Stefania has one more excruciating choice to make
Copies of the book are available at both library buildings. This is a free book discussion program and no registration is required. For more information call Reference and Adult Services at 860-645-0821. http://library.townofmanchester.org

Time:

7:00pm

Location:

Lincoln Center Hearing Room, and Virtual Options

Description:

The following is a list of public hearings to be held by the Zoning Board of Appeals.

Zoning Board of Appeals Meetings will be held both virtually and in person in the Lincoln Center Hearing Room unless otherwise indicated below*

Public hearing notices, agendas, meeting packets, actions and minutes can be found at: http://planning1.townofmanchester.org/index.cfm/boards-and-commissions/zoning-board-of-appeals/

To request Zoom login information to attend virtually, fill out the form at https://manct.us/7

For more information, contact the Planning Department: 860-647-3044 or pzccomments@manchesterct.gov

February 16, 2022
March 23, 2022 *(Virtual Only)
April 27, 2022
May 18, 2022
June 29, 2022
July 27, 2022
September 28, 2022
October 26, 2022
November 30, 2022
January 25, 2023

Time:

9:00am - 2:00pm

Location:

Promenadee Shops @ Evergreen Walk215 Evergreen Way, Suite 215

Description:

Your donation is needed now to help prevent a shortage.

For more info and to schedule your appointment, call 1-800-RED CROSS or visit us online to find drives in nearby towns on Red Cross website.

Time:

1:30pm - 6:30pm

Location:

North United Methodist Church, 300 Parker Street, Manchester

Description:

Your donation is needed now to help prevent a shortage.

For more info and to schedule your appointment, call 1-800-RED CROSS or visit us online to find drives in nearby towns on Red Cross website.

Time:

7:00pm - 8:30pm

Location:

ZOOM

Description:

The New Wineskins Faith Community is pleased to announce its theme and topics for this year’s
Conversations for Racial Healing.
ZOOM meetings will be held Thursdays June 2nd, June 16th, and June 30th. The format for each session includes reflections by a guest speaker, whole group presentations, and small group breakout sessions coordinated by skilled facilitator, Valerie J. Payne.
To register please contact John Ryan at jfryan05@cox.net then look for your personal email invitation.